Replaces insecure plaintext memory storage for cryptographic keys and sensitive buffers. Implements encrypted memory enclaves with guard pages and automatic wiping to prevent cold-boot attacks and memory dumps.
Tech Stack
GoSecurity & Passwords
Why memguard?
• Prevents sensitive data from being swapped to disk
• Automatic memory wiping on termination
• No external dependencies
Limitations
• Go language specific
• Performance overhead for encryption/decryption
• Manual memory management required
3/5/2026
Last Update
133
Forks
12
Issues
Apache-2.0
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on HashiCorp Vault (Transit Engine))
